Spaghetti Meat Sauce

The spaghetti meat sauce is an easy, delicious peek into the wonders of Italian cooking. Easy prep and easy cleanup, perfect for busy weeknights!

📝 Ingredients

• 1/2 pound ground beef (80/20)
• 1/2 pound Italian sausage (loose)
• 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon granulated sugar, (optional)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Brown ground beef and Italian sausage in a large pot over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
2. 2Add the rest of the ingredients and mix together. Increase heat to high just until sauce begins to boil. Reduce heat and maintain a simmer stirring occasionally, for 1-hour minimum or longer, up to 4 hours develops better flavor.
3. 3Serve over cooked spaghetti.